I got my tattoo at Fifth Estate last weekend and had a really excellent experience. First of all, I look like a total nerd in a tattoo shop because I'm pretty much preppy mcpreps a lot but Reta at the front desk definitely helped me to feel at ease.
Because my tat was simple and short, she set up me with the guy who does simple and short/walk-ins, Fernando. He was awesome; super easy to relate to, easy going and patient with my second-tattoo-nerdness. He took a lot of time with me to make sure it was properly placed and I am really grateful for that because I'm absolutely thrilled with the outcome.
Several days have passed and it looks like half of my tattoo is disappearing. I got really concerned and sent an email & photo to Reta re: "help, I'm pretty sure I ruined it" and she once again assuaged my dorky concerns, schooling me on the variations in healing processes. She also advised that if I still was feeling uncomfortable with the way the color was turning out in a week that they'd gladly touch it up for me. Real talk though, there's nothing wrong with it, I just don't know anything about tattoos.
The only thing that I don't love about fifth estate is their cash-only rule. Of course, they're not haters if you have to run to an ATM nearby.
I highly recommend this shop.